2009 Alpina B3 vs. 2000 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2009 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2009 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 Alpina B3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ferrari 550 (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B3 | 2000 Ferrari 550 | |
Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
Model | B3 | 550 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3347 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 478 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 74.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 299 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 4.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 114 L |